Termite Treatment in Wollongong & the Illawarra

Early signs of termites can include hollow-sounding timber, soft or bubbling paint, mud tunnels along walls or foundations, discarded wings near windows, or faint clicking noises inside walls. In many cases, there are no obvious visual signs until significant damage has occurred, which is why professional inspections are recommended at least once a year.

It depends on the method, the property conditions and the risk level, which is why we will not quote you a figure over the phone. A chemical soil barrier and a monitored baiting system have very different service lives, and moisture, landscaping and construction type all affect durability. We set out what to expect for the treatment we are recommending, at your property, as part of the written quote — and regular inspections are what keep it effective.

The most effective method depends on whether termites are active or simply a risk. For active infestations, professionals may use targeted dusting, foaming or baiting to eliminate the colony. For prevention, barrier systems or treated soil zones can protect the perimeter. A tailored plan is usually required to address the property's structure and environment.

Yes. 'White ants' is the common Australian name for termites — they're neither white nor ants, but the name has stuck. Whatever you call them, they eat timber and the treatment is the same: a professional inspection followed by baiting, dusting or a chemical soil barrier.

Termite treatment is priced per property because it depends on the size and construction of the home, how established the activity is, and the method required. The best starting point is an inspection — call 02 4217 0117 and we'll assess your property and give you a clear, no-obligation quote.

A chemical soil barrier treats the soil around the structure so termites cannot reach it without passing through the treated zone. A baiting system places bait where termites are foraging and relies on them carrying it back to the colony, with ongoing monitoring of the stations. Which one suits depends on the property and what we find on inspection — we explain both, with costs, before you decide.

Nothing makes a property termite-proof, and you should be wary of anyone who says otherwise. What does help is removing the things that bring termites close and make them hard to spot: keep garden beds, mulch and stored timber away from the walls; fix leaking taps, downpipes and air-conditioning run-off so the soil beside the house is not permanently damp; keep subfloor vents clear so the space underneath stays dry; and do not stack firewood or offcuts against the building. Then get the property inspected annually, because the single biggest factor in what termite damage costs is how long it went unnoticed.